#VU85974 Improper Authorization in Apache Superset - CVE-2023-40610

Vulnerability identifier: #VU85974

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 1.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-40610

CWE-ID: CWE-285

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Apache Superset
Web applications / Other software

Vendor: Apache Foundation

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to escalate privileges within the application.

The vulnerability exists due to missing authorization when handling CTE SQL statements. A remote user can tamper with authentication/authorization data.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apache Superset: 2.0.0 - 2.1.1

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External links
https://lists.apache.org/thread/jvgxpk4dbxyqtsgtl4pdgbd520rc0rot
https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/11/27/2
https://github.com/orangecertcc/security-research/security/advisories/GHSA-f678-j579-4xf5

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.